Study Expenses

The cost of studying in Australia depends on the universities and the level of study you choose. Given below is the list to give you an indication of the course costs for different types of qualifications.

Qualifications

Fee(In AUD/year)

School

A$7,800 to A$30,000

Vocational Education and Training (Certificates I to IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma)

A$4,000 to A$22,000

English language studies

Approximate A$300 per week depending on course length

Undergraduate Bachelor Degree

A$15,000 to A$33,000

Postgraduate Master’s Degree

A$20,000 to A$37,000

Doctoral Degree

A$14,000 to A$37,000

Living Expenses

The minimum cost of living required by the Department of Home Affairs to issue a student visa is $18,610. This covers:

Accommodation Expenses

First Child

A$3,720/year

Second Child

A$2,790/Year

Dependents

A$6,515/year

Hostels and guesthouses

A$80 to A$135 a week

Shared rentals and On-Campus Accommodation

A$70 to A$250 a week

Homestay

A$110 to A$270 a week

Return Air Travel

A$2,000/head

Weekly Expenses

Groceries or eating out

A$80 to A$200

Gas and Electricity

A$60 to A$100

Phone and Internet

A$20 to A$50

Public Transport

A$10 to A$50

Entertainment

A$50 to A$100

Work Opportunities on Student Visa to Cover Expenses

Working while studying is one of the major reasons why a large number of international students choose Australia as their study destination. The Australian Immigration system provides international students on a student visa a chance to work up to 40 hours every two weeks during semesters and unrestricted hours during semester breaks.

However, before applying for work, international students need to visit the Australian Taxation Office to get a TFN (Taxation File Number). The process including submitting few details like name, current address, date of birth along with the date of arrival in Australia, passport and proof of enrolment.

Australian Industries offering Part-time work

There is a wide range of industries in Australia that offer part-time work opportunities including:

Hospitality (Restaurants, bars and cafes)

Agriculture (Farming and fruit-picking)

Retail (Super markets and clothing stores)

Tourism (Hotels and Motels)

Tutoring

Administration or Clerical roles

Sales and Telemarketing

Ways to Find Work

Some of the best ways to find appropriate work in Australia are:

Online job sites and Newspapers

Through institution’s international student support staff

Registering the details at a recruitment firm

Work Rights

Every individual working in Australia including international students on student visa or people on working holiday visa have some basic rights at work. This includes: